2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 699 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
